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Jerry Sterling Obituary

Jerry L. Sterling

Jerry L. Sterling, 74, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his residence.

He was born Oct. 31, 1949, in Findlay, to Andrew and Vera Sterling. He married Debbi Neff and she survives.

Jerry was a 1967 graduate of Findlay High School. He was employed and retired from Ball Metal. Jerry was proud of his service in U.S. Army during Vietnam. Above all, Jerry enjoyed spending time with his family.

Those left to cherish his memories are his mother, Vera; wife, Debbi; sons, Scott (Nicole) Sterling of Marion, Ohio, and Brady (Rachel) Sterling of Marion, Indiana; daughters, Mindy Sterling of Perrysburg and Chaimi (Chris Vaughan) of Findlay; grandchildren, Preston Sterling, Gavyn Bloomfield, Graelynn Vaughan, Drake DeVerna, Jackson Sterling, Spencer Sterling, Anna Sterling, Alaina Ireland, and Rhett Sterling; sisters, Judy (Bud) Haas and Jeanna (Chris) Kolhoff, both of Findlay; and brother, John Sterling of Findlay.

Jerry was preceded in death by his father, Andrew; son, Shayn Sterling; and brother, Joe Sterling.

Visitation for friends and family will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday, July 19, 2024, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, 419-422-1500. Jerry will be laid to rest alongside his son at Maple Grove Cemetery following visitation with Hancock County Veterans Memorial Squad conducting military honors.

Memorial contributions in Jerry's name may be made to St. Jude’s (www.stjude.org) or Home Rescue & Cat Sanctuary, 1745 Marion-Waldo Rd., Marion, Ohio, 43302 (www.homelesstohome.com).

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.huffordfh.com.


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Published by The Courier on Jul. 17, 2024.

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DAVID LEONARD

February 14, 2025

I miss you Jerry

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Barbara Lobdell Dawson

July 17, 2024

Jerry and I grew up together as neighbors then school friends. He was always a kind person and he will be remembered and missed.

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July 16, 2024

Will miss you, many memories from working together and other events. You are at peace now.

David and Kletdao Leonard

July 16, 2024

Rest in peace my friend. God bless you. You will be missed.

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19

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Hufford Family Funeral Home

1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay, OH 45840

Jul

19

Inurnment

1:30 p.m.

Maple Grove Cemetery

West Main Cross Street, Findlay, OH 45840

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1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay, OH 45840

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